Investing in our Nation's future should be Congress' number one priority, not corporate tax breaks or lowering the estate tax.

I would like to thank the Agriculture Secretary, the Honorable Tom Vilsack, for being with us today to discuss this important issue.

The guidelines are evidence-based, not based on politics or corporate bottom lines.

These programs are powerful tools in providing greater economic opportunities for at-risk youth and helping them break free of the tragic cycle of poverty.

It is up to us to ensure that our children are fed nutritious meals that can support them as they learn and grow.

No matter how the NLRB rules in the grievance fee case, Virginia will remain a right-to-work state.

While some refer to these individuals as free-riders, I call them free-loaders.

That appeal has to do with whether a union may charge a non-member a fee to process a grievance when they request the union's assistance.

It is misleading to suggest that the policy issues in this case are in any way related to the inflammatory title of this hearing.

The delivery of educational services is arguably the most important resource that we can provide, and sadly, it is an obligation that we have not met.

The Federal Government holds a special trust responsibility with tribal nations.